UC Davis Medical Center
Sacramento, CA
Cardiovascular Technician
Salary or Pay Range: $54.95 - $71.09 Hourly
The Cardiovascular Technician (CVT) is an integral part of the invasive team and is responsible for the monitoring the safe use of all radiological equipment.
The incumbent must have experience and a strong knowledge base with the operation of hemodynamic monitoring equipment used for cardiovascular procedures in both the Cardiac Catheterization and Hybrid OR settings. Duties include, but are not limited to, invasive hemodynamic monitoring and recording, pre/post procedure preparation, patient transport, digital imaging processing, assistance with inventory control, supply management/usage, and maintenance of a safe work environment.
Key Responsibilities
• 60% - Patient Care
• 10% - Maintenance of equipment and safe work environment
• 10% - Professional development and Practice - At All Times Expectation
• 10% - Communication - At All Times Expectation
• 10% - Inventory Management
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff
To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at:
http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=296436
Job ID #74436
The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Minimum Qualifications
For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and/or educational degree if required of the position.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
• American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required or obtained within 3 months of hire
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification is required or obtained within 12 months of hire.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• A graduate of a certificate or degree granting program or post-secondary educational program in a health science (includes, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, nursing or paramedic/EMT).
• 1 year Invasive Tech experience.
• Knowledge and ability to operate radiology (RT only) and auxiliary equipment for assigned modality to provide quality images.
• Knowledge of processor maintenance and imaging techniques. Must be able to adapt to new programs and equipment upgrades as the radiological field advances.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology. Skills to work accurately and quickly under pressure.
• Judgment skills to be able to make independent clinical decisions within scope of practice.
• Set priorities, organize work independently for self and others. Knowledge and recognition of pressure waveforms and ECG analysis.
• Knowledge of laboratory supplies and their location.Teach safety practices and equipment operational practices.
• Participate in establishing policies and procedures; participate in on-going CQI program.
• Provide orientation and instruction to new cath lab staff; provide teaching to fellows, nursing students and visitors. Willing and able to work in a cooperative fashion with other staff members.
• Knowledge and skills to comply with AORN standards.
• Ability to work over-time as required.
• Ability to meet 30-minute emergency call-back/on-call requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
• RT License preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years recent experience as CVT preferred.
UC Davis Health is improving lives and transforming health care by providing excellent patient care, conducting groundbreaking research, fostering innovative, interprofessional education, and creating dynamic, productive partnerships with the community.
UC Davis Health is a major driver of economic prosperity in Sacramento region and Northern California. According to a 2010 study, it generates more than $3.4 billion in annual economic output and more than 20,000 jobs. For every employee or dollar of output directly supported by UC Davis Health's operations, the Northern California economy gains an additional 1.1 jobs or $1.10 of output, respectively.
UC Davis Health harnesses the power of an entire university’s nationally-ranked resources and research to tackle the most pressing health care issues facing the world today. UC Davis Health’s clinicians and researchers include partners working in the nation’s best School of Veterinary Medicine, the nation’s best School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, one of the nation’s best Colleges of Biological Sciences, and one of the nation’s best Colleges of Engineering – all from within one of the top five ‘Best Public Universities’ in the entire United States.
Providing the region's only academic health center, UC Davis Health is focused on discovering and sharing knowledge and providing the highest quality of care. UC Davis Health is a hub of innovation that encompasses UC Davis Medical Center, UC Davis School of Medicine, The Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis and UC Davis Medical Group.